Care Partner - Transplant/General Surgery FT Night Shift 18:45 - 07:15
About The Position
Vanderbilt Health is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Care Partner (Nursing Assistant) for its Transplant/General Surgery cohort. Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, this role assists with patient care and maintains unit environmental standards. Hands-on responsibilities may include supporting clinical procedures such as blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and vital signs. The position also supports patient and family communication, unit operations, and safe patient flow. This is a full-time night-shift position with three 12-hour shifts per week, scheduled from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM. Schedules rotate according to unit staffing needs; set schedules are not available. Employees, including night-shift and PRN staff, must attend daytime orientation during their first week.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
- In addition to the education requirement, meet one of the following: current enrollment in an RN program with successful completion of the first semester and nursing fundamentals clinical; graduation from a Nursing Assistant/Aide Training Program within the past year with certificate; or at least one year of recent experience within the last two years as a Care Partner, Nursing Assistant, or Patient Care Technician.
- Upload a current resume that includes all patient care experience, start and end dates (month/year), positions in reverse chronological order, patient care responsibilities and skills, hospital units worked if applicable, and clinical rotations for nursing students.
- Submit the resume in PDF or Word format; screenshots are not accepted.
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital experience.
- Flexible availability.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Professional, reliable, and patient-centered approach.
Responsibilities
- Assist with day-to-day patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Support clinical procedures and bedside responsibilities, including blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and vital signs.
- Follow work-area standards to facilitate safe and efficient patient care and patient flow.
- Serve as a liaison for communication and education regarding patient and family needs.
- Maintain unit supplies, equipment, patient rooms, and environmental standards.
- Document patient care using clinical applications.
- Organize assigned work, anticipate basic resource needs, meet deadlines, and report the status of patient care assignments.
- Identify safety concerns and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department.
Benefits
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Inclusive and supportive workplace culture.
- Benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
